Stephen mckinley henderson biography of barack obama

1. Early Life and Education
2. Film and Television Career
3. Personal Life
4. Recent Projects

Early Life and Education

Stephen McKinley Henderson was born on August 31, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.

When his deaf younger brother was born, his mother had to devote all her time to him. The future actor was given to an elderly couple, Benny and Irene Walton, to raise him.

Stephen mckinley henderson biography of barack obama

Mrs. Walton was a theater enthusiast who taught Stephen vaudeville routines. He developed a passion for theater in elementary school and was later accepted into Sumner High School, renowned for its drama program.

Due to his unusual appearance as an African American with a lighter complexion and hair color, Henderson often played roles typically reserved for white actors in his youth.

After graduating from Sumner High, he attended Lincoln University, followed by the Juilliard School, Purdue University, Rose Bruford Col